BMW
BMW 3 Series E30/2 Facelift (1987–1994) Specs
Specifications, engines, dimensions and technical data.
Gen 2
1982 - 1994
E30/2
Station Wagon Estate
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Quick Specs
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Chassis & Body
Engine Lineup
| Trans | Engine | Gears | HP | Fuel | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MT | 316i Automatic | 5 | 102 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 318i Automatic | 5 | 113 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 320i Automatic | 5 | 129 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 324td Automatic | 5 | 115 HP | Diesel | — |
| MT | 325iX Automatic | 5 | 171 HP | Petrol | — |
Note: Performance figures may vary based on market and conditions.
BMW 3 Series E30/2 Facelift overview
The BMW 3 Series (E30/2 Facelift) is the 2nd generation of the 3 Series, built from 1987 to 1994. It is offered as a Station Wagon Estate with 9 engines (diesel, petrol), from 86 HP to 170 HP. The 316i (99 Hp) accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 13.9 s, reaches a top speed of 179 km/h and is 4321 mm long.
How much horsepower does the BMW 3 Series have?
The BMW 3 Series (E30/2 Facelift) has 86 HP to 170 HP, depending on the engine: 2.4 M21 (86 HP), 1.6 M40 (99 HP), 1.6 M40 (102 HP), 1.8 M40 (113 HP), 2.4 M21 (115 HP), 1.8 Sohc (115 HP), 2.0 M20 (129 HP), 1.8 M42 (136 HP), 2.5 M20 (170 HP).
What engines are available for the BMW 3 Series?
The BMW 3 Series is available with 9 engines: 2.4 M21 (86 HP, diesel), 1.6 M40 (99 HP, petrol), 1.6 M40 (102 HP, petrol), 1.8 M40 (113 HP, petrol), 2.4 M21 (115 HP, diesel), 1.8 Sohc (115 HP, petrol), 2.0 M20 (129 HP, petrol), 1.8 M42 (136 HP, petrol), 2.5 M20 (170 HP, petrol).
What are the dimensions of the BMW 3 Series?
The BMW 3 Series is 4321 mm long, 1641 mm wide, 1379 mm tall, with a 2570 mm wheelbase.
How fast is the BMW 3 Series?
The BMW 3 Series 316i (99 Hp) goes from 0 to 100 km/h in 13.9 s and has a top speed of 179 km/h.
Advanced Specs
Overview
| Generation | BMW 3 Series Touring E30 facelift |
|---|---|
| Year | 1988–1994 |
| Platform | BMW E30 |
| Variant | 316i (99 Hp) |
| Body type | Station Wagon Estate |
| Engine type | Fuel |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Seats | 5 |
| Doors | 5 |
Power & torque
| Power | 99 HP |
|---|---|
| Power @ max rpm | 5500 rpm |
| Torque | 141 Nm |
| Torque @ max rpm | 4250 rpm |
Performance
| Top speed | 179 km/h |
|---|---|
| 0–100 km/h | 13.9 s |
| 0–62 mph | 13.9 s |
Engine
| Engine code | M40B16 |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 1596 cc |
| Cylinders | 4 |
| Configuration | inline |
| Bore | 84.0 mm |
| Stroke | 72.0 mm |
| Compression ratio | 9.7 |
| Valves per cylinder | 2 |
| Injection system | carburettor |
| Aspiration | Naturally Aspirated Engine |
| Oil capacity | 4.0 L |
| Coolant | 6.0 L |
| Engine layout | Front Longitudinal |
Drivetrain & transmission
| Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
|---|---|
| Powertrain architecture | Internal Combustion Engine |
| Drivetrain architecture | The Internal Combustion Engine Ice Drives The Rear Wheels Of The Vehicle |
| Gearbox type | manual |
| Gears | 5 |
| Gearbox code | 240 |
| Gearbox manufacturer | getrag |
Dimensions
| Length | 4321 mm |
|---|---|
| Width | 1641 mm |
| Height | 1379 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2570 mm |
| Front track | 1410 mm |
| Rear track | 1420 mm |
| Boot space | 371 L |
| Ground clearance | 140 mm |
Mass
| Kerb weight | 1170 kg |
|---|---|
| Max weight | 1650 kg |
| Max load | 480 kg |
Consumption & emissions
| Fuel combined | 8.6 L/100km |
|---|---|
| CO₂ emissions | 204 g/km |
Chassis & brakes
| Front brakes | disc |
|---|---|
| Rear brakes | drum |
| Tire size | 195/65 R14 |
| Wheel rims | 14 |
Efficiency ratios
| Weight-to-power | 11.8 kg/Hp, 84.6 Hp/tonne |
|---|---|
| Weight-to-torque | 8.3 kg/Nm, 120.5 Nm/tonne |
Other
| Start Of Production | 1988 |
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| End Of Production | 1994 |
Performance
Engine speed (1k/rpm)
! Figures from catalog data; real-world values may differ.
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